2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 765 kg more than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Pacifica | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
